El Paso is the latest city to test Uber’s new in-app recording safety feature
EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA)– Uber’s new feature allows drivers to use their front-facing camera to record video and audio during trips. Uber says the new…
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El Paso Zoological Society says it remains committed to transparency, working with city leaders
Update (May 23, 2024): The El Paso Zoological Society, in a news release sent out Thursday, May 23, 2024, says that it is working to prepare for an…
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Federal inmate dies of natural causes in El Paso County Jail
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A federal inmate has died at the El Paso County Jail. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and the Texas Rangers are looking…
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City of El Paso marks National Heat Awareness Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is reminding everyone to protect themselves and their loved ones on National Heat Awareness Day. The El…
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UTEP celebrating 50th anniversary of MBA Program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso’s Woody L. Hunt College of Business Administration is celebrating the 50th anniversary…
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Barrio Chamizal families rally against environmental, educational, and housing issues
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Families in the Barrio Chamizal community are rallying today to raise awareness about their longstanding environmental,…
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Texas Bank celebrates opening of new west branch
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Bank celebrated the grand opening of its West El Paso branch on May 22. The new location is at 251 Shadow Mountain…
Continue Reading El Paso man accused of selling guns to a minor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso man is accused of trafficking and selling firearms without a license. Court documents say 26-year-old Jesse Garay…
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Family starts Gofundme for 21-year-old killed in hit-and-run
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Family of 21-year-old Kimberly Alissa Espinoza, is now raising funds to help with funeral costs after she was involved in a…
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Endeavors hosting ceremony for new El Paso Wellness Center
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Endeavors, a national service organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty military, and first responders,…
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UTEP celebrating 50th anniversary of its MBA program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Masters of Business Administration Program. The Woody L. Hunt College of…
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UTEP looking to make upgrades to Sun Bowl stadium
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is looking to make upgrades to its iconic Sun Bowl stadium. The university says that it will provide more information…
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New study finds fish oil supplements may cause strokes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– For years people have been told fish oil supplements have many benefits, but now in a recent study released by CNN doctors…
Continue Reading Foster School of Medicine to hold 12th commencement ceremony
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Foster School of Medicine will hold its 12th commencement ceremony on May 24 at 6 p.m. at the Plaza Theater. The…
Continue Reading El Paso passes motion to settle with U.S. government in ongoing lawsuit
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso passed a motion to authorize the City Attorney’s Office to engage in settlement negotiations with the…
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City hosting public meetings for voter-approved All-Abilities Playground Project
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso Capital Improvement and Parks and Recreation departments are hosting three open house public meetings to…
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EPISD employee terminated after criminal arrest for alleged ‘obstruction or retaliation’
Update: The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to terminate Castellano. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso…
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The Hospitals of Providence is celebrating EMS Week by delivering meals to all city and county fire stations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Leaders of The Hospitals of Providence will deliver warm meals and a gift every day this week to all city and county fire…
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City of El Paso Spray Parks to open for Memorial Day Weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department announced the opening of the City’s Spray Parks will be during…
Continue Reading Kitchen knife confiscated from student at Spc. Rafael Hernando III Middle School
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Staff at Spc. Rafael Hernando III Middle School confiscated a kitchen knife from a student today. The school’s principal…
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Fight at SISD Middle School goes viral on social media
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Video appearing to show a fight between two students at Hurshel Antwine Middle School Monday, is going viral on social…
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El Paso Police Department to present Sociable City Assessment Action Plan
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — City leaders are set to hear a presentation from the El Paso Police Department today regarding the Sociable City Assessment…
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El Paso Zoological Society agrees to mutual audit of its, Zoo’s finances
Update: The Zoological Society has accepted the City’s offer to conduct a “mutual audit” of both the Zoo’s and the Society’s finances. The City…
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U.S. Border Patrol celebrates 100 years with Centennial Parade in El Paso
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The U.S. Border Patrol is marking a century of service with a Centennial Parade in downtown El Paso this weekend on May 25 from…
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City of El Paso responds to statements made by the El Paso Zoological Society
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has responded to statements made by the El Paso Zoological Society, where the Society said the City…
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ABC-7 Listens: The Walmart Shooting Trial
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — August 3, 2024 marks five years since the shooting at the Cielo Vista Walmart. As we approach that milestone as a community,…
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City of El Paso to open spray parks during Memorial Day weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has announced they will be opening its spray parks across El Paso during Memorial Day weekend. Visitors…
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Overcoming challenges: Military spouse finds career success amid relocation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Being a military spouse can present significant challenges, often leading individuals to sacrifice or pause their careers to…
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Early voting period for May 2024 Primary Runoff Election this week
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The early voting period for the May 2024 Primary Runoff Election begins Monday. ABC-7 spoke with the El Paso County…
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“And the battle begins”: Inside the City, El Paso Zoo Society’s dispute over membership funds
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is getting ready to close out its contract with the El Paso Zoological Society and questions remain…
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